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Mo'oku'auhau 101

Discover the profound connections to your kūpuna (ancestors) in this foundational genealogy workshop presented by Genealogy staff from the Georgina Cole Library. Designed for beginners, this session will guide you through the essential resources and methods to start tracing your moʻokūʻauhau (genealogy). Learn how to gather, organize, and document ancestral information while exploring both traditional Hawaiian and modern research tools. Complimentary lunch will be served. 

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What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding the importance of moʻokūʻauhau in Hawaiian culture

• Identifying key resources such as oral histories, family records, and archival collections

• Practical research methods and tools to uncover your ʻohana story

• Tips for organizing and preserving your findings

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Who Should Attend:
This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in starting their genealogy journey, especially those seeking a Hawaiian perspective on family history.

Georgina Cole Library is home to one of the largest genealogy collections in Southern California. Located on the mezzanine level of Cole Library, the physical collection concentrates on resources covering the 17th through 20th centuries in the United States. Digital resources include access to over ten genealogy databases, many accessible remotely with a Carlsbad City Library card. The mezzanine also includes a computer lab plus scanners to help you view, capture and preserve items related to your family history. The collection is open for research during regular Cole library hours and is staffed by skilled and helpful genealogists ready to assist in your research.